HSE Specialist

HSE Specialist

Requirements

• Requires a minimum of a BA/BS degree in occupational safety, science, engineering or related discipline
• Three to five years prior experience in a manufacturing setting working in a Health & Safety Role
• Professional EHS certification desired
• Proven Leadership skills in a manufacturing environment
• Sound, Comprehensive knowledge of occupational health, and safety regulations
• Detailed understanding of general industry standards and knowledge of basic health and safety concepts such as hazard & risk assessment, behavior-based safety, machine / equipment safety etc.
• Above average communication skills to enable the transfer of clear and concise information at all levels of the organization
• Passion for results, strong work ethic and acts with a sense of urgency and purpose balanced with strategic and day-to-day operational intent
• Superior analytical skills with the ability to identify problems, resolve issues, mitigate risks, and initiate continuous improvements initiatives
• Strong understanding of business processes outside specific areas of responsibility
• Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities with the ability to make decisions under pressure in an environment of rapid change.

Responsibilities

• Actively Coaches staff/supervisors / hourly in leadership behaviors to improve communication, safety behaviors and activities on the shop floor to improve and attain a goal of zero incidents.
• Anticipating, identifies and evaluates hazardous conditions and practices. Applies and uses hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards and reduce risks in the facility or site. Implements, administers and advises others on hazard control programs for their respective Plant(s). Plant lead for the proactive application of internal and external standards in support of hazard reduction and compliance.
• Monitoring legislative changes and make recommendations based on their potential impact to the business. PSM – local subject matter expert, support the development, review/update as needed JHA’s; SOP’s. Performs safety evaluations, site level self-audits, run site safety committee and ergonomics programs.
• Maintaining working relationships with Regulatory Agencies, to include participation in industry specified organization.
• Providing hands-on guidance to facility managers & supervisors regarding incident reporting/investigation program to ensure company standards and process are met.
• Reviewing incidents, ensure Root Cause Analysis is completed to prevent reoccurrence and drive corrective actions through health checks.
• Maintaining facility training calendar and ensures training records are maintained per regulatory requirements. Facilitates applicable internal facility safety training using appropriate training materials (hands-on, PowerPoints, props, etc.) as scheduled.
• Implementing written EHS programs and company safety policies aligned with jurisdictional requirements. Administer the local hearing conservation program per regulatory requirements.
• Provides internal support for workers’ compensation cases. Acts as facility safety contact for work comp claims questions, interfaces with insurance adjusters, medical professionals and injured workers.
• Managing the plants budgets for health & safety spending. Facilitate new hire safety on-boarding for new employees. Maintain metrics in accordance with company Leadership requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional EHS certification desired